220-1002 · Question #513
Which of the following wireless encryption standards uses 802.1X in its process to secure a wireless network?
The correct answer is C. WPA-Enterprise. WPA-Enterprise (and WPA2-Enterprise) uses IEEE 802.1X as its authentication framework, which requires a RADIUS server to validate credentials before granting network access. Each user authenticates individually with credentials (username/password, certificates, etc.) rather…
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Which of the following wireless encryption standards uses 802.1X in its process to secure a wireless network?
Options
- AWPS
- BWPA2-PSK
- CWPA-Enterprise
- DWEP
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(33 responses)- A3% (1)
- B3% (1)
- C85% (28)
- D9% (3)
Explanation
WPA-Enterprise (and WPA2-Enterprise) uses IEEE 802.1X as its authentication framework, which requires a RADIUS server to validate credentials before granting network access. Each user authenticates individually with credentials (username/password, certificates, etc.) rather than a shared key. WPA2-PSK (B) uses a pre-shared key for all users - no 802.1X involved. WPS (A) uses a PIN or push-button method. WEP (D) is an older, weak encryption standard that predates 802.1X integration in Wi-Fi. The 'Enterprise' designation is the direct indicator that 802.1X/RADIUS-based authentication is in use.
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